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My rabbit was bitten by a rat. Does he need a vet for the wound?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male

my rabbit has bitten by a rat last night then i found out that he has wound on his back

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on January 5th, 2018

You should take Buggs to the vet as the bite wound will get infected, he will need an antibiotic course in order to get better. depending on the size of the wound your vet might recommend having it sutured.

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